Development of tools and technologies (such as biometrics) for large scale surveillance using a variety of sensory data over large spaces, dealing with large numbers of targets and identifying suspicious activity

Detecting, locating and tracking - Vision based self localisation and mapping, together with vision sensor background modelling and object recognition for highly complex and dynamic environments

Modelling the neurophysiology and flexible, robust and multi-sensory organisation of complex behaviour by animals for: gaze control; visual and infrared-driven orientation; insect flight control; path integration

Motion detection for analysis of optic flow and estimation of the speed of moving targets and features, by modelling insect visual neurobiology and electrophysiological recordings from insect neurons

Algorithm development to overcome limitations of the finite random set single sensor single target framework

Coordination of distributed sensors, data fusion, sensor resource and energy management, and communication link control based on the concept of cooperating machines

Distributed control through agent-based simulation and hierarchical programming

The design of scalable and high performance intelligent sensors, with multi-sensor data scheduling and stochastic sensor scheduling and control.

Enhancing medical diagnosis for rural and remote communities using Multimedia Data and Intelligent Decision Support.

Addressing the scientific and technical issues in the context of building smart spaces, where the overall goal is to produce a system that will monitor and support activities of varying complexity

Network technology balancing infrastructure advances and information management, through grid research to support real world applications that involve management of massive sensor data, collaborative research, on-demand analysis and action strategy.

Distributed network design addressing changing network topologies, self-organisation, resource optimization, power limitations, network congestion, data aggregation and fault tolerance.

Biological interfacing of nano sensors incorporating high precision sensor actuation and feed back for enhanced vision systems.

Algorithm development for reliable transmission of critical information through distributed networks in dynamic and harsh environments.

A network of sensors can be utilized to monitor water flows into catchment areas and areas where access is difficult or expensive. This information can be combined with other sensor networks providing information on water quality, soil condition, together with long term weather forecasting to assist with the equitable and efficient distribution of water for irrigation and environmental purposes. Similar technology can be utilized to provide and early warning system for flood prone regions, particularly flash flooding